Australia Supports Rio Tinto’s Tomago Aluminium Smelter

Post Views: 336 Rio Tinto Tomago Aluminium smelter Government-Backed Energy Solution for Tomago Aluminium The Australian government has pledged support to Rio Tinto’s Tomago Aluminium smelter to operate beyond 2028. The plan includes a long-term fixed-price power purchase agreement. This initiative aims to mitigate unsustainable energy costs and ensure continued aluminium production at the 600,000 t/yr plant. Rio Tinto also committed to investing A$1 billion ($670 million) over the next decade, reinforcing its dedication to long-term industrial operations. Currently, Tomago Aluminium produced ...